Procedures for Importing Production Lines – Instructions from The Silk Road
Importing a production line is a complex process, involving many steps from preparing documents, synchronous inspection to customs procedures. With experience in the field of logistics and import and export, The Silk Road provides comprehensive support services, ensuring businesses carry out import procedures quickly and effectively.
I. Legal Regulations Related to Importing Production Lines
To ensure that the import of production lines is carried out in accordance with regulations, businesses need to refer to the following legal documents:
Circular 14/2015/TT-BTC: Regulations on classification of goods, analysis and quality inspection of imported goods.
Circular 23/2015/TT-BKHCN: Regulations on import of used machinery and equipment.
Circular 38/2015/TT-BTC and Circular 39/2018/TT-BTC: Regulations on customs procedures and import documents.
Decree 43/2017/ND-CP: Regulations on product labels.
II. Production Line Import Process
- Register for Chain Components Catalog
Production lines often include many machines and equipment that are disassembled for transportation. Businesses need to perform the following steps:
Make a detailed list of components and equipment:
This list must be registered at the customs office before importing the first shipment.
Use form No. 03/DMTBĐKNK-TDTL/2015 (issued with Circular 14/2015/TT-BTC).
Back tracking form:
Along with the list, businesses need to create a backward tracking form (form No. 04/PTDTL-TBNC/2015) to record the quantity of imported components and equipment in each batch.
Modify or add to the list:
If changes or additions to the list are needed, the business can submit an amendment before importing the next shipment.
- Synchronous Assessment (If Any)
In the event that a production line is disassembled for transport, the enterprise may be required to conduct a complete inspection to ensure:
All components and equipment belong to the same line.
The production line meets technical and quality standards as prescribed.
- Prepare Import Documents
Production line import dossier includes:
Customs declaration: Declare on VNACCS/VCIS system.
Commercial Invoice: Original or certified copy.
Bill of Lading: Original or copy (Telex Release or Surrendered Bill).
Certificate of Origin (C/O): If available, to enjoy import tax incentives.
Synchronous inspection (if any): Certification from designated inspection agency.
Components list and tracking slip: Registered with customs authorities.
- Customs Declaration and Clearance
Submit customs documents:
Enterprises submit hard copies of documents at the customs office where import procedures are carried out.
Make sure all documents are as stated above.
Inspection and clearance:
Customs authorities check the documents, compare them with the registered list and the deduction tracking form.
If the documents are valid, the goods will be cleared.
Subtract the number of components:
Customs authorities record the quantity of imported components and equipment on the deduction tracking form.
III. Regulations When Importing Used Machinery
If the production line includes old machinery, businesses need to note:
Comply with the provisions of Circular 23/2015/TT-BKHCN:
Used machinery and equipment must be no more than 10 years old.
Meet minimum quality and safety standards as prescribed.
Additional documents:
Certificate of quality.
Technical inspection report from designated independent inspection agency.
IV. Notes When Importing Production Lines
- Multiple Shipment Case
Enterprises are allowed to import production lines in multiple shipments, transported via multiple containers.
It is necessary to register the list of components and the back-off voucher before importing. - Lost List or Refund Voucher
If the list or the tracking slip is lost, the enterprise must send a request for reissuance to the customs branch where the original registration was made. - Customs Declaration Deadline
Customs declaration must be made at least 15 days before the goods arrive at the port.
V. Import Support Services at The Silk Road
The Silk Road provides complete production line import services with outstanding advantages:
Legal advice: Support businesses to understand relevant legal regulations.
Registering the list and the deduction slip: The business representative carries out the necessary procedures.
Synchronized appraisal: Coordinate with appraisal agency to complete documents.
Customs declaration: Fast document processing, ensuring timely customs clearance.
International Shipping: Ensure goods are transported safely and efficiently.
VI. Contact For Advice
If you need assistance with the procedures for importing production lines, please contact The Silk Road for detailed advice:
Hotline: +84 123 456 789
Email: logistics@thesilkroad.com
Website: www.thesilkroad.com
The Silk Road – Your trusted partner in importing your production line!